Turtle Beach: Great American Cleanup

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:00 am to 10:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Turtle Beach | Sarasota, FL

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Join Keep Sarasota County Beautiful for the Great American Cleanup! Pre-registration is required; walk-up volunteers will not be allowed.
About this Event

Welcome to the Great American Cleanup – Turtle Beach!

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED WALK UP VOLUNTEERS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED

Join Keep Sarasota County Beautiful on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Turtle Beach for a morning of community service and positive impact. Locally, as part of the Greatest American Cleanup, a nationwide initiative led by Keep America Beautiful (KAB), we’re uniting with volunteers across the country to remove litter, revitalize public spaces, and make our communities cleaner and more vibrant.


SITE CAPTAINS NEEDED!

Looking for service hours? Become a Site Captain and earn 6 HOURS of volunteer credit! This role includes a conveniently scheduled training and serving as the main point of contact during the event. Afterward, you'll help collect data on the litter removed from each location. Minimum age: 16 years old. Don't miss this leadership opportunity—sign up today! To register sign up for the cleanup and select yes to becoming a site captain during registration. Max 2 site captains per location.


Important Event Info

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WHERE TO MEET: We will meet beach side, at the boardwalk access by the play ground

RELEASE FORMS: After registering for the event on Eventbrite, be sure to fill out a release form prior to the event which can be done online. Step 2: GAC Release Form

TIME: Cleanup will begin at 8:00 AM

WHAT TO WEAR: Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes like sneakers, along with sun protection and clothing suitable for the weather.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Keep Sarasota County Beautiful will provide all cleanup supplies. T-shirt pickup will take place from April 6-10, between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM at 8750 Bee Ridge Rd. Upon arrival, please check in with your site captain.

PARKING: Parking is available at the location. Carpooling is always encouraged!

//Please Note: You do not need to print your ticket //

VOLUNTEERS WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA EMAIL IN THE EVENT OF A CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT

Bring your friends and family for a fun and meaningful day of service. Let’s make a difference—see you there!


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Agenda

🕑: 07:45 AM - 08:00 AM
Arrival, Check In, Network

Info: When you first arrive, please check in (if you have a site captain present) and network with fellow volunteers. This is a great opportunity to meet like minded individuals within your community!


🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Cleanup!

Info: During the main part of the event, you'll be actively removing litter from the cleanup site. This effort not only enhances the community but also has a positive impact on the surrounding environment. It's a fantastic opportunity to give back and make a meaningful difference!


🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Report

Info: During the final part of the event, you'll report your litter collection to your site captain. This step is crucial, especially if you're tracking service hours. Your efforts have played a key role in keeping Sarasota County beautiful—thank you for making a difference!


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Turtle Beach, 9000 Blindpass Rd, Sarasota, United States

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